Defender Dylan Lawlor will miss Wales' crucial Nations League matches against Norway and Portugal due to a hamstring injury sustained while playing for Cardiff City. The 20-year-old's injury comes shortly after returning from a knee issue that sidelined him at the beginning of the season.

Lawlor's setback occurred during a match against Watford earlier this month, and he has now been ruled out until after the international break in November. Brian Barry-Murphy, head coach of the Bluebirds, expressed disappointment over the situation, stating, "It's naturally very disappointing. He's put so much work into coming back from his knee injury that he suffered so long ago."

This injury means Lawlor will not play for Wales since his original problem during a 1-1 draw with Ghana in June. He made his season debut with a start against Blackburn on October 10, only to be sidelined again just three days later due to the hamstring issue.

When questioned about the decision to play Lawlor after his lengthy absence, Barry-Murphy admitted he regretted it "a little bit" but noted that Lawlor had performed well against Blackburn. Lawlor is expected to be out for approximately five to six weeks. Barry-Murphy acknowledged the team's limited options and the need for consistency, stating, "It is what it is now we have to just move forward."